How to Find the Perfect Red Lipstick for YOUR Skin Tone

There are certain things that can be found more easily than others. The nearest pizza place when a craving calls? You can probably find that in seconds. The perfect red lip that actually looks good with your skin tone, and makes you feel like a million bucks? That may have eluded you for years—until now.

With Valentine’s Day in mind, we’re helping you discover the red lip you’ve been looking for—the one that's guaranteed to look amazing with your particular skin tone. Keep reading to meet your match!

An alabaster complexion like Rooney Mara's pairs perfectly with wine-colored reds for an overall effect that’s sultry and sophisticated, not vampy. Look for shades of merlot and raisin with just a hint of brick.

As Beyoncé has shown time and time again, a caramel complexion’s best match is a true red. It's the singer’s well-documented red lip of choice, and you know that if Queen Bey abides by a beauty go-to, it has to be good.

Lupita Nyong’O epitomizes the way orangey-red shades complement darker skin tones beautifully. If you have cocoa-colored skin, reach for red lipsticks with orange undertones that will look electric in contrast to your complexion.